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This Week at BJBE
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February 4, 2019
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A Note from Sally Sachar
Dear Congregants,
As we move into February and suddenly seem to have spring upon us (or a teaser of such), we want to thank you for your flexibility and understanding last week, when due to the Polar Vortex, we had to suddenly close BJBE for part of last week. We hope you remained warm and safe during the frigid temps.
There is a lot abuzz here at 1201, and we hope you will be on the lookout in the coming days for:
 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Misloach Manot so that you will hopefully have all of your questions answered before the deadline for orders, which is on Sunday, February 10. Look for this tomorrow and feel free to contact Dani if you have any questions whatsoever about how the program works. - Purim festivities. Look for an email describing a robust array of Purim activities taking place from February 24 to March 20.
- Invitation to our annual Gala (in the mail and digitally), set for April 6 from 7 to 11 pm - "From the Big Screen to Broadway." You'll have the chance to sing and dance the night away to movie and show tunes from across the decades!
- Update on the youth activities at BJBE from Raya Seidman, Coordinator of Youth Learning & Engagement (look for this on February 11).
- Update on the JLC and priorities for the remainder of the school year (look for this on February 19).
- Breakdown of who does what in the BJBE Front Office (look for this on February 19).
Have a great week!
Sally
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125th Anniversary Quiz
Test your knowledge about our congregation with our fun quiz series questions
. Answer at the end of this email.
Who is serving as BJBE Sisterhood Co-President, while her twin sister is serving as BJBE Congregational Co-President?
A. Jackie Edelson and Jennifer Cramer
B. Carol Berger and Hedda Schless C. Lara Kunz and Lisa Wilson D. Sharon Krivitzky and Irene Schatz
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ADULT EDUCATION
Symposium: Religion in the 21st Century
We are welcoming clergy and leaders from other faith traditions and other Jewish denominations to learn about their history, their inspirational texts, the major tenets of their theology, and what teachings their tradition can bring to bear on the most important questions and challenges of religious life in 21st Century America.
For a full listing of topics and instructors (and our archive of past sessions), click
here
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Bahá'í Faith
Tuesday, February 5, 10:00am
Instructor: Shayda Safapour,
Bahá'í representative on the Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago
"Meet the Neighbors" Closing Panel
Tuesday, February 12, 10:00am
Sisterhood Program: Women of the Wall
Wednesday, February 6, 7:30pm
Join us for an interesting presentation by Doris Schyman, who will share a brief history of the Western Wall in Jerusalem, a timeline of Women of the Wall's struggle for egalitarian prayer, and her experiences praying on Rosh Chodesh with Women of the Wall.
Torah on Tap at Warehouse
Tuesday, February 26, 7:00pm
A little bit of learning; a lot of laughter & l'chaims! Appetizers provided, cash bar. 21+, please!
Save the date for this year's BJBE Gala
Opening Night... From the Big Screen to Broadway
April 6, 2019, 7:00pm
More information including registration to follow.
Mishkan Shalom
Fridays, 9:00-10:00am
Please join us each week for Torah study through a mindfulness and contemporary lens with Margot Andersen, JMMT. This year we will use our session to help us prepare to welcome in Shabbat weekly, learn to rest, relax and de-stress.
Shabbat Torah Study
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Talmud Study
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00am
Canasta & Mahjong, hosted by Sisterhood
Mondays, 12:00pm
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CHAVA CENTER, JEWISH LEARNING CENTER, & YOUTH
SYG Lounge Night
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30pm
Family Night at Max and Benny's
Tuesday, February 12, 5:00pm
Make dinner time easy! Join BJBE in the back room at Max & Benny's, which will be reserved just for us. Meet up with friends for crafts, games, and fun!
Warm up with coffee, hot cocoa, a sweet treat, or a savory snack at the BJBE Sunday morning Beit Café. Almost everything is a dollar, and proceeds benefit teen mission trips to Kolin and Israel.
If you have questions or want to volunteer, contact
Lisa
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SERVICES
Friday, February 8, 7:30pm
Kol Shabbat Service, followed by Torah Study
Morning Minyan, followed by Talmud Study
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SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK
The ARK is a nonprofit social service agency that provides medical care, food and other basic necessities to more than 4,000 families throughout Chicagoland. The mission of The ARK is to help Chicagoland Jews who are facing adversity navigate toward self-reliance. ARK professionals, volunteers, and donors provide free, comprehensive services within a framework of Jewish values and laws.
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BJBE's Caring Community is a team of volunteers who can act as your extended family when your family needs additional support. Caring Community provides the following services: home-delivered meals in times of need, transportation to/from BJBE or a medical appointment, phone support for people who are ill or lonely, senior education and caregiver support, and a virtual food pantry.
Learn more >>
BJBE is certified as a Safer Synagogue by Jewish Community Abuse Resources, Education & Solutions (JCARES). Our leadership has been trained in understanding the impact of abuse across the lifespan and improving access to support for congregants experiencing abusive situations. For more information, please contact the clergy at 847.940.7575.
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THIS AND THAT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Greeting Cards Available For Purchase
The lovely greeting cards pictured here, designed by Avery DiCocco, Sloane DiCocco, Harper DiCocco, and Emma Rosenberg-Rappin, are now available for purchase for $15/set in the BJBE office. Each set contains six cards with envelopes.
All funds raised go to B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim to support its programs and services.
Support BJBE through AmazonSmile
Click
here and follow the instructions. It will ask you to log in and designate Congregation B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim as your charity. This is "free money" for BJBE, so we hope you will participate. If you have any questions, contact
Larisa.
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JUDAICA (GIFT) SHOP
Stop by the gift shop! Don't forget, we carry wedding gifts, mezuzot, Kiddush cups, candle holders, candles from Israel, yahrzeit lights and much more! If you need a Tallit for you or your B'nai Mitzvah child, we have a large selection from Israel. We also stock yads and kipot (for one or many).
The shop is open 1/2 hour before and after services on Friday evenings, Sundays when JLC is in session, and weekdays by appointment. Please contact Sue or
Marilyn for more information or to make an appointment.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Shalva Volunteer Orientation
Tuesday, February 5, 7:00pm
Skokie Public Library
Come learn about intimate partner violence and volunteer opportunities by attending our orientation program.
SHALVA supports Jewish women experiencing and healing from domestic abuse through counseling, supportive services, and community education. To register to attend and learn more, email
[email protected]
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Not sure how to ensure your student with learning differences will be successful after high school?
Please join JJB Educational Consulting at BJBE on
February 28 at 7:00 pm
to discuss transition planning for students with learning differences. We will address such topics as academic supports at college, necessary documentation, and how to ensure your student is happy and academically successful. Parents, students, and professionals are welcome.
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is now accepting applications for scholarships for college and graduate students
Educational scholarship funds are now available for Jewish college and graduate students for the 2019 - 2020 academic year
for full-time students with financial need who are pursuing careers in the helping professions. Click here for more information.
Registration is now open for Birthright Summer Trips! Limited Spots are available - Apply Now!
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125th Anniversary Quiz Answers
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Education Team
(Director of Preschool)
(Coordinator of Youth Learning & Engagement)
(Coordinator of Educational Programs & Operations)
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Management and Operations Team
(Executive Director)
(Accounting Manager)
(Senior Clergy's Assistant)
(Coordinator, Membership, Communications, & Special Projects)
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Clergy Assistant and Special Projects Coordinator)
(Event Coordinator & Assistant to Executive Director)
(Facility Manager)
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Lay Leaders
(Co-Presidents)
Lara Kunz
Molly Hershenhouse
(Sisterhood Co-Presidents)
Want to uphold Jewish ideals from generation to generation.....Donate to the Sustaining Gifts Program. Click "DONATE" above.
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| Contact Information |
| Sally J. Sachar, Executive Director (847) 940-7575 |
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